Hasan Sayğılı | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Hasan Sayğılı | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member 

Editorial Board Member | Batman University | Turkey

Hasan Sayğılı is a Turkish researcher specializing in the valorization of biomass and industrial waste into high-performance materials for environmental and electrochemical applications. His work focuses on the synthesis and functionalization of carbon-based adsorbents derived from agricultural residues such as lentil shells, hazelnut and pistachio shells, black tea waste, and citrus fruit by-products. Through advanced techniques including hydrothermal conversion, magnetic engineering, and microwave-assisted activation, Sayğılı has developed materials with exceptional adsorption capacities for heavy metals like Pb²⁺ and Cu²⁺, as well as for organic contaminants such as tetracycline and dyes. His research combines environmental remediation with energy storage applications, exemplified by his work on supercapacitor materials derived from biowaste, highlighting a commitment to sustainable and circular approaches in material science. Over the past several years, he has published extensively in high-impact journals including Talanta, Materials Chemistry and Physics, Separation Science and Technology, and various Turkish scientific journals, contributing significantly to the fields of adsorbent design, hydrochar production, and the evaluation of thermophysical properties of biowaste-derived aerogels. Beyond his publications, Sayğılı participates in peer review for journals focused on biomass conversion, chemical engineering, environmental management, and sustainable production, reflecting his recognized expertise in the scientific community. His research integrates fundamental studies of adsorption mechanisms and kinetics with practical applications for water treatment and energy storage, offering innovative solutions to environmental pollution and resource recovery challenges. By bridging material synthesis, environmental chemistry, and sustainable engineering, Hasan Sayğılı’s work provides impactful insights into the development of eco-friendly materials that address pressing global issues related to waste management, heavy metal contamination, and renewable energy technologies. His contributions demonstrate a consistent focus on transforming low-value residues into multifunctional materials, establishing him as a prominent figure in applied materials science and environmental engineering.

Profiles: ORCID | Scopus

Featured Publications

  1. Sayğılı, H., Akkaya Sayğılı, G., & Levent, A. (2025). Design of microwave-supported activated carbon derived from lentil processing residual for efficient heavy metals adsorption and supercapacitor applications. Talanta. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.talanta.2025.128068

  2. Akkaya Sayğılı, G., Sayğılı, H., & Levent, A. (2025). Lentil shell-based magnetically engineered activated carbon as a bidirectional hybrid material for environmental and electrochemical performances. Inorganic Chemistry Communications. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2025.114872

  3. Akkaya Sayğılı, G., & Sayğılı, H. (2023). Co-conversion of industrial biowaste mixtures by hydrothermal method and application to Cu²⁺ adsorption. Muş Alparslan Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi. https://doi.org/10.18586/msufbd.1329561

  4. Sayğılı, H., & Akkaya Sayğılı, G. (2023). Use of novel hydrochar from co‑carbonization of hazelnut and pistachio shells for tetracycline removal from aqueous solution. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi. https://doi.org/10.55117/bufbd.1357853

  5. Işık, M. Z., Oktay, H., Kayır, M., & Sayğılı, H. (2023). Aerogel production and determination of its thermophysical and characteristic properties. Bitlis Eren Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi. https://doi.org/10.17798/bitlisfen.1348351

Hasan Sayğılı’s research transforms agricultural and industrial waste into advanced carbon-based materials, offering sustainable solutions for water purification, heavy metal remediation, and energy storage. His work bridges environmental science and material innovation, driving impactful advancements in sustainable technologies and circular economy applications.

Tetiana Tatarchuk | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Tetiana Tatarchuk | Materials Science | Editorial Board Member 

Assistant Professor | Vasyl Stefanyk Precarpathian National University | Ukraine

Tetiana Tatarchuk is an accomplished Ukrainian chemist and Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Vasyl Stefanyk Carpathian National University, Ivano-Frankivsk, where she has been serving since 2005. Her research primarily focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and application of metal oxide and ferrite nanomaterials for environmental remediation, catalytic processes, and water treatment. She has extensively explored the development of cobalt, nickel-cobalt, zinc-cobalt, and gadolinium-substituted ferrites, emphasizing their structural, morphological, magnetic, optical, and catalytic properties. Her work includes green and eco-friendly synthesis approaches using plant extracts, demonstrating significant advancements in adsorption, photocatalysis, and Fenton-like oxidation for the degradation of organic pollutants such as dyes, pharmaceuticals, and toxic chemicals. Tatarchuk has also contributed to studies on TiO₂-based photocatalysts, halloysite nanotubes, and magnetite nanoparticles, highlighting their potential in environmental purification, hyperthermia applications, and advanced oxidation processes. Her publications in high-impact journals reveal a consistent focus on sustainable and practical solutions for environmental challenges, including water disinfection, pollutant degradation, and heavy metal removal. In addition to experimental research, she has investigated fundamental aspects of spinel ferrite defects, cation distribution, inversion degree, and their influence on catalytic performance, combining theoretical modeling with practical applications. Tatarchuk has collaborated extensively with international researchers, contributing to multidisciplinary projects that integrate chemistry, materials science, and environmental engineering. She has also reviewed topics such as virus elimination, microplastics removal, and green synthesis principles, reflecting her commitment to addressing global environmental and health issues. With over 80 publications, numerous citations, and active engagement in peer review, her career demonstrates a blend of innovative research, teaching excellence, and scientific leadership, establishing her as a prominent figure in nanomaterials and environmental chemistry. Her work continues to impact sustainable technology development and water treatment methodologies, emphasizing the translation of laboratory research into real-world solutions for pollution control and resource management.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ORCID | Scopus

Featured Publications

  1. Tatarchuk, T., Kotsyubynsky, V. (2025). CeO2-Cobalt Ferrite Composite as a Dual-Function Catalyst for Hydrogen Peroxide Decomposition and Organic Pollutants Degradation. Metals, 15(9), 985.

  2. Tatarchuk, T., Bilovol, V., Shyichuk, A., Danyliuk, I., Sokołowski, K., Gajewska, M. (2025). Mesoporous Co-Mn ferrites as highly radical-forming catalysts for wet peroxide oxidation of 4-nitrophenol. Applied Surface Science, 2025, 162610.

  3. Starko, I., Tatarchuk, T., Sokolowski, K., Naushad, M. (2025). Engineering of Mesoporous Gd-substituted Ni-Co Ferrites as Adsorbents for Efficient Elimination of Congo Red Dye and Oxytetracycline. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 236, 78.

  4. Tatarchuk, T., Shyichuk, A., Kotsyubynsky, V., Danyliuk, N. (2025). Catalytically active cobalt ferrites synthesized using plant extracts: Insights into structural, optical, and catalytic properties. Ceramics International, 51, 470.

  5. Liaskovska, M., Tatarchuk, T., Kotsyubynsky, V. (2025). Green Synthesis of Cobalt–Zinc Ferrites and Their Activity in Dye Elimination via Adsorption and Catalytic Wet Peroxide Oxidation. Metals, 15(1), 44.

Tetiana Tatarchuk’s work advances sustainable environmental chemistry by developing innovative nanomaterials and green catalytic processes for water purification and pollutant removal. Her research bridges fundamental science and practical applications, offering solutions that benefit society, industry, and global environmental sustainability.

Prashanth Konda Gokuldoss | Material Sciences | Editorial Board Member

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Prof Dr. Prashanth Konda Gokuldoss | Material Sciences | Editorial Board Member 

Professor | Tallinn University of Technology | Estonia

Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss is a highly prolific materials scientist based in Tallinn, Estonia, currently affiliated with Tallinna Tehnikaülikool, with an internationally recognized research profile in advanced materials, metallurgy, and additive manufacturing. With 188 Scopus-indexed publications, over 7,238 citations from 4,565 citing documents, and a strong h-index of 41, his scientific impact reflects sustained excellence and global collaboration across 347 co-authors and 31 major research topics. His core expertise spans microstructure evolution, strengthening mechanisms, titanium alloys (notably Ti-6Al-4V), Inconel, metallic glasses, amorphous alloys, high-entropy alloys, and advanced powder-based manufacturing routes such as selective laser melting, laser powder bed fusion, and spark plasma sintering. His research addresses both fundamental and applied aspects of materials science, including mechanical behavior, corrosion resistance, crack mitigation, bio-response, and functional performance of metals, ceramics, and hybrid metal–ceramic composites. A significant portion of his work focuses on tailoring microstructures through process optimization, preheating strategies, alloy modification, and reinforcement with ceramic phases like TiC and TiB to achieve superior strength, durability, and multifunctional properties. He has also contributed to emerging areas such as craniofacial implant materials, virucidal ceramic–metal composites, and crack-free alloy design for additive manufacturing. His multidisciplinary output, published in leading journals such as Journal of Alloys and Compounds, Additive Manufacturing, Ceramics International, Metals, and Journal of Materials Science and Technology, reflects both academic rigor and strong industrial relevance. Through sustained scholarly productivity, international collaboration, and high citation influence, Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss has established himself as a leading figure in the science and engineering of next-generation structural and functional materials for advanced manufacturing applications.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Chen, H., Kosiba, K., Lu, T., Prashanth, K. G., & Suryanarayana, C. (2023). Hierarchical microstructures and strengthening mechanisms of nano-TiC reinforced CoCrFeMnNi high-entropy alloy composites prepared by laser powder bed fusion. Journal of Materials Science and Technology, 136, 245–259.

  2. Singh, N., Ummethala, R., Surreddi, K. B., Chatterjee, K., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Effect of TiB addition on the mechanical and biological response of spark plasma sintered Ti6Al7Nb matrix composites. Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 924, 166502.

  3. Maurya, H. S., Kosiba, K., Juhani, K., Sergejev, F., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Effect of powder bed preheating on the crack formation and microstructure in ceramic matrix composites fabricated by laser powder-bed fusion process. Additive Manufacturing, 58, 103013.

  4. Maya, J., Sivaprasad, K., Sarath Kumar, G. V., Lykov, P., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Microstructure, mechanical properties, and corrosion behavior of 06Cr15Ni4CuMo processed by selective laser melting. Metals, 12(8), 1303.

  5. Rahmani, R., Kamboj, N., Brojan, M., Antonov, M., & Prashanth, K. G. (2022). Hybrid metal–ceramic biomaterials fabricated through powder bed fusion and powder metallurgy for improved impact resistance of craniofacial implants. Materialia, 24, 101465.

Prashanth, Konda Gokuldoss is driving transformative advances in additive manufacturing and advanced alloys by bridging fundamental microstructure science with real-world industrial applications. His innovations enable stronger, safer, and more functional materials for aerospace, biomedical, and energy sectors, accelerating sustainable global manufacturing.

Vishal Kumar Parida | Materials Science | Innovation Catalyst Achievement Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Vishal Kumar Parida | Materials Science | Innovation Catalyst Achievement Award 

Assistant Professor at Amity Univeristy Jharkhand, India,

Dr. Vishal Kumar Parida is a dedicated environmental engineering researcher and Assistant Professor at Amity University Jharkhand 🌿🔬. With expertise in advanced photocatalytic materials, he focuses on visible light-assisted degradation of emerging pharmaceutical contaminants in wastewater 💧✨. His innovative work integrates nanomaterial synthesis, reactor design, and sustainable treatment strategies for real-world applications. 📚🧪 He has authored high-impact publications, presented at international conferences, and collaborates with renowned mentors from IIT Kharagpur 🤝🌍. Driven by critical thinking, adaptability, and mentoring skills, Dr. Parida actively contributes to building solutions for cleaner water and a healthier environment. His strong commitment to interdisciplinary research and sustainability positions him as a promising catalyst for innovation in environmental management and wastewater treatment technologies 🌏💡.

Professional Profile

🎓 Education

Dr. Vishal Kumar Parida holds a strong academic foundation in civil and environmental engineering 📘. He earned his B.Tech in Civil Engineering from the College of Engineering Bhubaneswar, demonstrating early dedication to infrastructure and sustainable development 🏗️. He then pursued an M.Tech in Environmental Engineering from the National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology, Ranchi, where he focused on advanced studies of fluoride removal from groundwater 💧. His rigorous academic journey was marked by consistently high grades and relevant research exposure. He is also GATE qualified in Civil Engineering, underlining his competitive excellence in the field 🏅. With each step, Dr. Parida has built the expertise needed to tackle complex environmental challenges through technical knowledge and a strong research mindset 🌿.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Parida is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Amity University Jharkhand within the School of Engineering and Technology 👨‍🏫. His role bridges teaching, advanced research, and mentoring budding engineers and environmental scientists 📚✨. Under the guidance of distinguished professors, he has developed cutting-edge research on photocatalytic materials and sustainable water treatment methods. His responsibilities include designing and supervising laboratory experiments, publishing peer-reviewed articles, and presenting findings at global conferences 🌏🧪. Dr. Parida’s professional track reflects a blend of academic rigor, collaborative teamwork, and project execution — all aligned with addressing pressing environmental issues 🌱. His exposure to workshops, technical visits, and interaction with premier institutes strengthens his ability to connect academic research with practical environmental solutions ⚙️.

🔬 Research Interest

Dr. Vishal Kumar Parida’s research interests revolve around developing sustainable, innovative solutions for wastewater treatment and environmental remediation ♻️💧. He specializes in designing visible light-assisted photocatalytic heterojunctions to degrade pharmaceutical and emerging contaminants, tackling pollution at its root with advanced nanomaterials 🌞⚗️. His work explores combining moving bed biofilm reactors with continuous photocatalytic systems, aiming for synchronized, efficient removal of multiple pollutants from municipal and hospital wastewater 🏥🌿. Dr. Parida is also deeply interested in the broader implications of nanomaterials, hybrid catalysts, and immobilized biocatalysts for real-world scalability. Through detailed experimental design, literature review, and data analysis, he seeks to bridge lab research with sustainable, deployable technologies that benefit communities and ecosystems alike 🌏🔍.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Parida’s dedication to impactful research has earned him recognition through high-impact journal publications and international conference presentations 🌟📖. His scholarly contributions to prestigious journals like Chemical Engineering Journal and Chemosphere reflect the quality and relevance of his work 📰✨. He has also showcased his research innovations at leading platforms such as the American Chemical Society and EUROMAT, gaining global peer acknowledgment 🌍🎤. Qualifying the GATE exam in Civil Engineering further highlights his academic competitiveness and commitment to technical excellence 🎓🏅. While his journey is still growing, these achievements demonstrate his potential as a young innovator poised to make significant contributions to sustainable environmental management and advanced wastewater treatment technologies 💡🌱.

🧑‍🔬 Research Skills

Dr. Parida brings a comprehensive skill set essential for advanced environmental research 🔬📈. His expertise spans experimental design, advanced lab techniques, reactor fabrication, and synthesis of complex photocatalytic materials ⚗️🧪. He is proficient in statistical analysis, critical literature review, and scientific writing, ensuring his research is robust and impactful 📚🗂️. Beyond the lab, he excels in proofreading, editing, and project proposal development — key for securing funding and driving collaborative projects forward 💼🤝. His adaptability, perseverance, and critical thinking help him navigate challenges, while strong presentation skills make him an effective communicator of complex ideas 🌍🎤. By mentoring students and collaborating with renowned experts, Dr. Parida continuously enhances his capacity as a catalyst for innovative environmental solutions 🌿💡.

Publications Top Note 📝

Title: Visible light-assisted degradation of sulfamethoxazole on 2D/0D sulfur-doped Bi₂O₃/MnO₂ Z-scheme heterojunction immobilized photocatalysts
Authors: Parida, V.K., Srivastava, S.K., Chowdhury, S., Gupta, A.K.
Year: 2023
Source: ACS Langmuir
Citation: Langmuir 39 (51), 18846–18865, 2023. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: Synchronous removal of pharmaceutical contaminants from municipal and hospital wastewater using a moving bed biofilm reactor-filtration unit coupled with a continuous photocatalytic reactor
Authors: Parida, V.K., Gnanaguru, M.V.L., Srivastava, S.K., Chowdhury, S., Gupta, A.K.
Year: 2023
Source: RSC Environmental Science and Pollution Research
Citation: RSC Env. Sci. Poll. Res., 2023. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: Emerging contaminants in wastewater: A critical review on occurrence, existing legislations, risk assessment, and sustainable treatment alternatives
Authors: Parida, V.K., Saidulu, D., Majumder, A., Srivastava, A., Gupta, B., Gupta, A.K.
Year: 2021
Source: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
Citation: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 9, 105966, 2021. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: An assessment of hospital wastewater and biomedical waste generation, existing legislations, risk assessment, treatment processes, and scenario during COVID-19
Authors: Parida, V.K., Sikarwar, D., Majumder, A., Gupta, A.K.
Year: 2022
Source: Journal of Environmental Management
Citation: Journal of Environmental Management 308, 114609, 2022. [DOI: Not provided]

=Title: A review on nanomaterial-based heterogeneous photocatalysts for removal of contaminants in water
Authors: Parida, V.K., Srivastava, S.K., Gupta, A.K., Rawat, A.
Year: 2023
Source: Materials Express
Citation: Materials Express 13 (1), 2023. [DOI: Not provided]

=Title: Novel 3D plate-like g-C₃N₄/BiOCl heterojunction as a highly efficient photocatalyst for the degradation of carbofuran in wastewater under visible light irradiation
Authors: Parida, V.K., Kumar, Y., Das, C., Das, S., Sen, S.
Year: 2024
Source: Chemical Engineering Journal
Citation: Chemical Engineering Journal 499, 155930, 2024. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: A facile synthesis of 2D/0D Bi₂O₃/MnO₂ Z-scheme heterojunction for enhanced visible light-assisted photocatalytic degradation of acetaminophen
Authors: Parida, V.K., Srivastava, S.K., Chowdhury, S., Gupta, A.K.
Year: 2023
Source: Chemical Engineering Journal
Citation: Chemical Engineering Journal 472, 144969, 2023. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: Facile synthesis of a 2D/3D Z-scheme Cu-g-C₃N₄/BiOBr heterojunction for enhanced photocatalytic degradation of ciprofloxacin under visible light irradiation
Authors: Parida, V.K., Dhakad, R., Chowdhury, S., Gupta, A.K.
Year: 2023
Source: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
Citation: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 11 (6), 111569, 2023. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: A critical assessment of SARS-CoV-2 in aqueous environment: Existence, detection, survival, wastewater-based surveillance, inactivation methods, and effective management of COVID-19
Authors: Parida, V.K., Saidulu, D., Bhatnagar, A., Gupta, A.K., Mohammad, S.A.
Year: 2023
Source: Chemosphere
Citation: Chemosphere 327, 138503, 2023. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: Treatment of saline wastewater using physicochemical, biological, and hybrid processes: Insights into inhibition mechanisms, treatment efficiencies, and performance enhancement
Authors: Srivastava, A., Parida, V.K., Majumder, A., Gupta, B., Gupta, A.K.
Year: 2021
Source: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
Citation: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 9 (4), 105775, 2021. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: Insights into the performance of binary heterojunction photocatalysts for degradation of refractory pollutants
Authors: Gnanaguru, M.V.L., Parida, V.K., Ghangrekar, M.M., Gupta, A.K., Chowdhury, S., Gupta, A.K.
Year: 2024
Source: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
Citation: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2024. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: Insights into the synthetic dye contamination in textile wastewater: Impacts on aquatic ecosystems and human health, and eco-friendly remediation strategies for environmental sustainability
Authors: Parida, V.K., Singh, N., Priyadarshini, M., Kumari, P., Datta, D., Tambi, A.
Year: 2025
Source: Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry
Citation: Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 2025. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: Assessment of water, sediment, and fish contamination by metals in the lentic ecosystems of a mineral-rich state in India
Authors: Kumari, P., Parida, V.K., Raj, D., Kumar, P., Kumari, P., Narayan, M., Gupta, U.
Year: 2025
Source: Biological Trace Element Research
Citation: Biological Trace Element Research 1–16, 2025. [DOI: Not provided]

Title: A critical review of pesticides in aquatic environment: Current trends, environmental impacts, and advances in analytical extraction techniques
Authors: Datta, D., Biswas, B., Lodh, A., Parida, V.K., Goel, S.
Year: 2025
Source: Talanta
Citation: Talanta 293, 128094, 2025. [DOI: Not provided]

✅ Conclusion

In conclusion, Dr. Vishal Kumar Parida stands out as an emerging leader dedicated to addressing critical environmental challenges through cutting-edge research and innovative technologies 🌏🔬. With a robust academic background, strong professional experience, and a clear focus on sustainable wastewater treatment, he demonstrates the expertise and passion needed to drive real change 💧♻️. His impressive research outputs, global engagement, and mentoring reflect his commitment to shaping a cleaner, healthier world. As he continues to expand his impact through interdisciplinary collaboration and practical applications, Dr. Parida truly exemplifies the spirit of an Innovation Catalyst — inspiring sustainable practices and pioneering solutions for complex environmental problems today and for the future 🌿🚀.